1998 Swinburne Higher Education Handbook

36 I Higher Education I Swinburne Centres
analysis, community profiles, population forecasting and projections, development of
training modules and training.
Current Research and Training Themes of the Centre
Housing and Urban Research
Housing and urban issues, particularly the affordability of housing, infrastructure
provision and housing finance.
Citizenship
This concerns the right and responsibilities of members of Australian society, and
translating these citizenship rights and responsibilities into benchmarks of best
practice.
Survey and Demographic Research
Large scale survey research focuses on topics as diverse as medical ethics, home
purchase decision-making and car and public transport usage. In addition the need for
demographic research has been a consistent requirement for many of the
consultancy and research projects.
Gender
Gender research is also conducted, particularly in relation to equal opportunity in and
access to the workplace.
Education and Training
The Centre provides training and educational materials for a wider audience.
Particular attention is given to public and community housing management and
administration.
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